Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 3-B-30

GOPHER CREEK· Elbert, Colorado· Built 1957· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 3-B-30 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 47.2% in CO)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage156 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge8,174 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDCO00047

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 1, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

KIOWA CONSERVATION DISTRICT (CARNAHAN, CHARLIE)

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 3-B-30?

Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 3-B-30 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 3-B-30?

Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 3-B-30 is owned by KIOWA CONSERVATION DISTRICT (CARNAHAN, CHARLIE) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 3-B-30 built?

Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 3-B-30 was completed in 1957, making it 69 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 3-B-30?

Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 3-B-30 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 3-B-30?

Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 3-B-30 has a dam height of 23 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 3-B-30 last inspected?

Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 3-B-30 was last inspected on November 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.